Ventura CHP office plans motorcycle safety campaign

The California Highway Patrol said Wednesday it is launching a special effort to increase motorcycle safety.

As part of the effort, the agency will deploy additional officers from its Ventura office on the Pacific Coast Highway from July 11-13. Officers will look for violations made by automobile and motorcycle operators alike that can lead to collisions. They will crack down on all violations, including driving under the influence and distracted driving.

The agency also plans future such operations as well as public education campaigns between now and Sept. 30.

The efforts are being funded with grant money.

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